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HQTA (Financial Sector Expert) SWF Secretariat, MCMAL/DM

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The Monetary and Capital Markets Department (MCM) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is seeking an experienced economist/financial sector expert to work as deputy secretary general (DSG) for the International Forum of Sovereign Wealth Funds (IFSWF).
The IFSWF was established by the International Working Group of Sovereign Wealth Funds (IWG), the author of Santiago Principles, in Kuwait City in April, 2009 (see "Kuwait Declaration"). IFSWF is a voluntary group of Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs), which will meet, exchange views on issues of common interest, and facilitate an understanding of the Santiago Principles and SWF activities.
The successful candidate will take on the day-to-day lead of the Secretariat for the IFSWF.Together with the Chairs of the IFSWF and a representative of the IMF, providing services in the role of a secretary general of the IFSWF, the DSG is expected to establish and implement a work program that will add value to the IFSWF members. The DSG will be the main point of contact for various stakeholders of the IFSWF and is also expected to represent the IFSWF in various fora in line with the IFSWF's Communication Strategy and as directed by the IFSWF Chairs.
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of secretary general, the DSG will manage the day-to-day operations of the Secretariat and 1 staff, who will support the DSG in fulfilling the responsibilities of the Secretariat, which include inter alia:
Annual meeting
  • Developing and promoting agenda for annual IFSWF meetings;
  • Assisting the host country in arranging and staging of annual meeting;
  • Organizing invitations for members and third party attendees;
  • Maintaining a record of proceedings and distribute minutes to members; and
  • Where appropriate, implement decisions arising from the meeting and overseeing & tracking the progress of the execution of action items arising from the meeting by responsible parties.
Other meetings and conference calls
  • Organizing, developing the agenda, scheduling the call(s), and distributing minutes for Chairs meetings; and
  • Assisting in the organization and meetings of sub-committees as well as distributing minutes of all meetings where required.
Outputs
  • Preparing draft reports and background papers for annual meetings and sub-committee meetings; and
  • Undertaking other research where applicable and requested by the Chairs.
Reporting requirements for the IFSWF
  • Preparing annual report for members;
  • Updating of sub-committee activities and progress.
Website and communications
  • Maintaining and updating the IFSWF website (including a password protected section for members use only).
Press releases and outreach programme
  • Formally monitoring and regularly updating membership on third party reports and media issues pertaining to SWFs; and
  • Engaging publicly on matters of interest to IFSWF members in line with IFSWF Communication Strategy, and where directed and agreed to by Chairs.
Others
  • Working with the Chairs towards establishing an independent Secretariat with an appropriate legal form, governance structure, and a permanent address; and
  • Providing updates and assessments of the economic and financial sector environment, and liaising with other multilateral agencies, academics, and industry experts where applicable.

Qualifications

The successful candidate should have a minimum of 10 years experience in the area of asset management, preferably in a SWF or an official/international institution, and ideally supplemented with practical experience elsewhere. A strong background in finance and economics is essential, as well as good understanding of asset management operations in practice. The position requires well demonstrated analytical skills and excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Salary and benefits are designed to attract the highest caliber of professionals. You must be self-motivated, open to discussing new ideas, and prepared to respond to work demands at a short notice. The position would be initially for a 2 year term, which may be extended depending on performance.

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